Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas - Handguns

Handguns are a staple of the Grand Theft Auto games, as they remain one of the most used guns in the game, from early on to the end (in case you run out of ammo for your better guns). Threre are only three types of Handguns in the game, which are the Pistol, Silenced 9mm, and the Desert Eagle.

PISTOL

CLIP SIZE

COST

17 shots (34 at Hitman)

$200 for 30 rounds

The Pistol is the most basic of Handguns, and it will be undoubtedly be your first gun in the game. Although the Pistol is rather weak compared to other guns, it is plentiful, as a lot of gang members will use one, as well as the basic cops. Getting Hitman skill level will grant you the ability to use two Pistols at once, giving you twice the firepower and ammo.

Roca Escalante, Las Venturas - Inside the police station (you get a 2 star wanted level when picking it up)

After completing "Doberman," it is available to buy at Ammu-Nation ($200)

SILENCED 9MM

CLIP SIZE

COST

17 shots

$600 for 30 rounds

The Silenced 9mm is an ideal weapon for situations that call for stealth, since as long as people don't see you firing it, they won't retaliate or cause a panic. It is pretty much similar to the Pistol, but more accurate. Of course, it fires a lot slower than the Pistol, so it's not useful in open gunfights. At the Hitman skill level, the player can move while shooting, while they can't aim while moving when you first start using it.

LOCATIONS

Conference Center, Los Santos - On top of steps in southeast corner

Blackfield, Las Venturas - Under walkway leading to Blackfield Stadium

Available for purchase for $600 at Ammu-Nation after completing "Doberman"

Given to you during "Ice Cold Killa," "Black Project," and "Vertical Bird" missions

DESERT EAGLE

CLIP SIZE

COST

7 shots

$1200 for 15 rounds

The Desert Eagle is definitely the most powerful Handgun in the game, capable of killing non-armored enemies in one shot at the Hitman skill level. One of the biggest downsides to the Desert Eagle, though, is that it's expensive to refill ammo at a Ammu-Nation. Also, its firing rate is slower than the Pistol, but slightly better than the Silenced 9mm.